as in cash
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
where did he get the long green to afford wheels like that?
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In the next few years, expect to see even more people quietly stacking cash from their living rooms, offering hyper-specific products and services and never worrying about beating the algorithm.—
King Holder,
Rolling Stone,
22 May 2025 -
Why that spot is so coveted is obvious: both finalists need the cash.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Supporters say the extra money is a smart investment because of the crucial decisions council members and the mayor must make, including reading contracts, making policies and understanding proposals to make nuanced changes to city laws and codes.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2025
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The Army and Marine Corps also use the money to woo troops to some combat, armor and artillery jobs.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025
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Aniston, now 56, played a girl trying to stop his murderous rampage after his gold coins were stolen.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Trump spoke to the top 220 investors of his meme coin at his Virginia golf club after flying there from the White House on a military helicopter.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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American tariffs are anticipated to further take a toll on U.S. currency values.—
Allison Landa,
Travel + Leisure,
21 May 2025
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The absence of local currency, however, makes things murkier.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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So what happens without pennies, at least when cash is still the legal tender of choice? Enter the nickel.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Pennies will remain legal tender, which is fortunate since more than a billion dollar's worth are in circulation.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
22 May 2025
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“Long green.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long%20green. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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